Position: Senior Network Engineer
Location: Orlando, FL (On-site w/some Hybrid capabilities)
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The Leidos Defense Sector provides advanced systems, solutions, and services across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. From enterprise IT and large‑scale intelligence systems to cybersecurity, geospatial analytics, logistics, and training, we support some of the nation’s most critical defense missions. Our teams take on challenges where failure is not an option—and succeed.
We are seeking a Senior Network Engineer to support our ABMS DI Network Manager (DINM) program located in Orlando, FL. This role is part of a team supporting the Department of the Air Force’s Air Battle Management System and its associated infrastructure. The Senior Network Engineer will provide hands-on support for core network infrastructure, including troubleshooting, on-site assistance, and driving improvement through requirements and engineering expertise.
Primary Responsibilities
Provide Network Engineering support for the design, documentation, implementation, maintenance, and operation of an evolving network architecture.
Guide and support network deployments, including provisioning and process optimization.
Serve as the primary manager of the code base associated with deployments.
Mentor and provide cross-functional training to team members.
Manage SD-WAN architecture, including operational and security updates.
Lead planning and coordination of network system upgrades at CONUS and OCONUS field sites.
Coordinate with the C2NSOC DI-Network Manager Team Lead and chief engineer to manage issues and escalate as appropriate.
Deliver briefings and regular status updates to Program leadership on DI-Network activities.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Network Engineering, or related discipline with 12+ years of related experience. Additional experience, training, and/or certifications may substitute degree requirement.
US Citizen; Currently possessing an active DoD Secret clearance with ability to upgrade to a TS/SCI clearance upon hire.
Experience mentoring technical staff on IPTs and cross-functional teams.
Demonstrated ability to influence development of solutions supporting strategic program goals.
Knowledge of network engineering, network architecture, and network automation tools (Ansible, scripting, coding).
Experience configuring, activating, testing, analyzing, and troubleshooting network systems.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, collaboration abilities, and team-building experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree with 10+ years related experience.
Prior experience supporting US Air Force or DoD programs.
SD-WAN expertise and/or relevant certifications (Juniper or Cisco).
Experience with Linux systems administration.
Familiarity with Agile methodologies.
Experience working/testing within commercial cloud platforms (e.g., AWS) and DevOps tools.
Experience with cybersecurity methodologies.
Current and Active TS/SCI clearance.
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Original Posting:August 7, 2026For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Network Engineering, or related discipline (or equivalent experience) with 12+ years related experience
- 12+ years of related network engineering experience
- US Citizen with an active DoD Secret clearance and ability to upgrade to TS/SCI upon hire
- Experience mentoring technical staff on IPTs and cross-functional teams
- Demonstrated ability to influence development of solutions supporting strategic program goals
- Knowledge of network engineering, network architecture, and network automation tools (Ansible, scripting, coding)
- Experience configuring, activating, testing, analyzing, and troubleshooting network systems
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, collaboration abilities, and team-building experience
- Master's degree with 10+ years related experience
- Prior experience supporting US Air Force or DoD programs
- SD-WAN expertise and/or relevant certifications (Juniper or Cisco)
- Experience with Linux systems administration
- Familiarity with Agile methodologies
- Experience working/testing within commercial cloud platforms (e.g., AWS) and DevOps tools
- Experience with cybersecurity methodologies
- Current and active TS/SCI clearance
Leidos Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Leidos and has not been reviewed or approved by Leidos.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, with multiple plan options, low office-visit copays in some plans, and access to mental health and wellness support tools. The availability of HSA/FSA options and employer contributions is positioned as a meaningful part of the total package.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are framed as a strong component of total rewards, highlighted by a 401(k) match and immediate vesting in the standard package. The Employee Stock Purchase Plan is also presented as an additional long-term wealth-building feature.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing and lifestyle supports extend beyond core insurance, including wellness programs, fitness-related stipends, and assistance resources. Work flexibility and related perks are also included as part of the broader rewards experience.
Leidos Insights
What We Do
We Are Leidos For 50 years we have been tackling some of the biggest problems that face our nation and our world. OUR MISSION Through our culture of innovation and history of performance, we develop deep customer trust built on integrity and create enduring solutions that improve our world. Leidos is a science and technology solutions leader working to address some of the world’s toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, homeland security, civil, and healthcare markets. The company’s 43,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Va., Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $11.09 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2020. Leidos was cited for the meaningful work employees perform that is challenging, impactful, and aligned with our customers’ missions as reasons professionals want to work and stay at our company. Leidos has also been named to lists including Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity, Forbes’ America’s Best Employers for Women, Military Times Best for Vets Employers, and Ethisphere Institute’s World's Most Ethical Companies®. Employees enjoy career enrichment opportunities available through mobility and development and experience rewarding relationships with supportive supervisors and talented colleagues and customers. Employees appreciate our flexible work environment, allowing for and encouraging a true work-life balance. Our professionals are also excited about our Employee Resource Groups, like the newly launched Collaborative Outreach with Remote and Embedded Employees (CORE), which strives to create an environment where every employee, regardless of location, feels fully engaged as a valued employee of Leidos. Your most important work is ahead.
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